Author Archives: John Lage, Jr.

‘Job Prayer’

Posted on July 3, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

Earlier this year, during Lent, I led a spiritual writing workshop weekly at my church. I used the book 40 Days of Praying with My Pen by Rachel G Hackenberg. Following is a quote from the reading for day five. … Continue reading →

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‘Our God’

Posted on July 2, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

May you feel and recognize God’s hand moving in your life today and always! John ‘Our God’ Our God won’t fit in a box, though we humans do certainly try As soon as we start, to put bounds around God, … Continue reading →

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‘Help Me With My Son, John Edmund’

Posted on July 2, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

This rhyming prayer was written in March. At that time, as well as only yesterday, my relationship with my son wasn’t going the way I really want it to. He’s 12 now, and the life of a middle schooler can … Continue reading →

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‘Yours’

Posted on June 29, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

Yesterday was another of those days, where very early in the morning, I realize once again, to whom I belong. I belong to God, maker of all creation. My heart, my soul and every piece of my fabric, are God’s … Continue reading →

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‘How Does God Keep So Still?”

Posted on June 29, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” 1 Corinthians 13:1 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have … Continue reading →

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‘Turn Around’

Posted on June 27, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

Last Sunday my family and I had the pleasure of attending the outdoor service of Bethlehem Lanesboro Lutheran Church at the home of Kim and Jim Wagner of Lanesboro, MN. We were there for the commissioning of a mission team … Continue reading →

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‘Questions?’

Posted on June 22, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

Jan and I celebrated our 14th wedding anniversary on Monday. Altogether we’ve spent 18 1/2 years in each others company. I know it sounds cliché but our marriage really is getting stronger with the years. Together we’re growing in faith … Continue reading →

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‘Imagine No Malaria’

Posted on June 21, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

The United Methodist Church is conducting a campaign to end preventable malaria deaths. For a 10 dollar donation, you can purchase a mosquito net to help save someone’s life. Find out more here. This song is dedicated to that effort. … Continue reading →

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‘Thoughts on Grace’

Posted on June 21, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

‘Thoughts on Grace’ Lord, Your prompting today reminds me that I still struggle with many things in my religious life even though my spiritual life is stronger than ever. I believe Jesus was God’s son, but I also believe each … Continue reading →

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Prayer for March 28, 2012

Posted on June 15, 2012 by John Lage, Jr.

Great and gracious God I return today from vacation. Sometimes I do forget to breathe during the normal hustle and bustle of life. Thank you for giving me the time to get away. Thank you for giving me the knowledge … Continue reading →

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